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PSP60122 · AQF Level 6

Advanced Diploma of Government

The PSP60122 Advanced Diploma of Government is the senior management qualification under the Public Sector Training Package. It is designed for APS6–EL2 officers and equivalent state government managers, developing strategic leadership, complex policy, and executive governance capabilities for senior public sector roles.

12–18 monthsOnlineBlendedNationally RecognisedRPL eligible

What you'll learn

  • Senior public sector leadership and management
  • Complex policy development and evaluation
  • Executive governance and accountability
  • Strategic stakeholder management in government
  • Managing sensitive and complex government programs
  • Ministerial and board-level communication

Career outcomes

Typical roles held by graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Government. Salary ranges sourced from SEEK Salary Insights 2025.

EL1 / EL2 (Executive Level)

$115,000–$160,000

Senior Policy Officer

$110,000–$150,000

Director (APS)

$130,000–$175,000

Program Director (Government)

$130,000–$180,000

Entry requirements

No formal entry requirements. Most suited to APS5–APS6 or EL1 officers with 5+ years in the public sector.

RPL available for this qualification

Senior APS and state government officers are the primary RPL candidates for this qualification. Evidence typically includes strategic policy work, program reports, and senior leadership examples.

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